Ten Brave Seconds
"A virtually perfect show… that by all rights deserves to be a massive hit." — BroadwayWorld
"Masterful direction… takes everything to another level, elevating the entire production." — Utah Theatre Bloggers
"Bristling, visceral character performances… filled with emotional intensity." — The Utah Review
Pioneer Theater Company · Hale Centre Theatre, Utah
Set on April 28, 2015 — the day the Supreme Court heard arguments in Obergefell v. Hodges — Ten Brave Seconds follows sixteen-year-old Mike through the hardest day of his life. Featuring Tony nominee John Cariani.
Book and Lyrics: Jeff Talbott
Music and Lyrics: Will Van Dyke
Directed by Ellie Heyman
Featuring: Carson Stewart, John Cariani, Luke Kolbe Mannikus, Jessica Money, Heidi Farber, Will Blum, Jordan Cruz, Nick Eibler, Jalen Michael Jones, Zachary Daniel Jones, Laura Leo Kelly, Sydney Rudel, Harrison Timm, Ella Mei Williamson, Ariana Bagley, Kaden Conrad
Choreography: Reed Luplau
Music Direction: Patrick Sulken
Scenic Design: James Noone
Costume Design: Brenda Van der Wiel
Lighting Design: José Santiago
Sound Design: Aaron Hubbard
Hair and Make-up Design: Kate Casalino
Production Stage Manager: James O. Hansen